Five stories that have North Texas talking: A McKinney Boyd graduate told fellow students she was an undocumented immigrant in her speech; Taylor Swift’s co-writer could help you with your songwriting this weekend; ride the Texas Star for free; and more.

On May 7, McKinney voters will head to the polls to decide on a $220 million school district bond package. It includes plans for school upgrades, new technology and a 12,000-seat stadium and event center.

North Texas aviation classes are reaching new heights as elementary students are studying flight science for the first time in the region. This soaring trend of classroom aviation can develop technology and math skills, and help launch careers.